AngelDeVille Posted April 16, 2023 Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 (edited) Had a Colt slick side upper laying around and couldn’t find an A1 stock and a slick side bcg for love nor money so I decided I needed and AR9. after researching magazine conversion inserts it looked like one that was definitely good cost about twice as much as one that may or may not work so I started there, and got a Stern Defense for Glock magazines. It has a last round bolt hold open. More about this later. why Glock vs Colt magazines? Availability, reliability, and cost. ended up with a Faxon bolt, the company explained the features of it better than most other ones I was looking at. The bolt hold open is very fragile and will slam forward with a slight slap anywhere on the carbine. I’m positive the bolt is to blame, but is it enough of a problem to get a different bolt? Dunno we shall see.. I did also get a buffer tube spacer to prevent the bolt from breaking the bolt holder opener. Ar9’s are notoriously hard on hammer pins so got got a fancy trigger made for an ar9 by Rise Armament, I didn’t realize they also made a curved trigger which I would have preferred, but I’m happy with the flat trigger. Rock River makes barrels with a fsb in different lengths so I went with a 16” with a mid length sight mount. I got a gas deflector and dust cover, and the deflector is functional but not like the original. I needed to order a colt front pin adapter and a front sling swivel, and the place I got it from happened to have the correct colt gas deflector so I got me one… good enuff deflector.. the correct deflector and the über cool fancy upgraded trigger… I went with the mid length location for the fsb, because longer sight radius is better, and if I decide to take off the useful light, I can put on a useless bayonet. I got a couple black scorpion pcc mag holders to use in 3 gun and a condor triple pouch. And if I get myself a Glock pistol I could use those mags in it if I need to. most useful I got a sten mag pouch. I had to sew up the bottom so the mags wouldn’t sit too deep. sighted in the short leaf at 50m, and with a hold over on that same peep had me on minute of man at 200m. this was with some 130gr leftover reloads. I’ll figure out a regular load and sighting later Edited April 16, 2023 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted April 16, 2023 Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 I like your style, brother - you don't fuk around... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted April 16, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 47 minutes ago, 98Z5V said: I like your style, brother - you don't fuk around... I don’t like A2’s but I have enough parts to get started on one, that may have to be next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted April 16, 2023 Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 1 hour ago, AngelDeVille said: I don’t like A2’s but I have enough parts to get started on one, that may have to be next. I Double-Dog dare you to do it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 Where you at on this one @AngelDeVille? Been a month, brother, this thing should be a shooter by now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted July 3, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2023 On 4/16/2023 at 4:26 PM, 98Z5V said: I Double-Dog dare you to do it... On 6/8/2023 at 11:50 PM, 98Z5V said: Where you at on this one @AngelDeVille? Been a month, brother, this thing should be a shooter by now... yeah I can’t bring myself to build an A2, I honestly tried… just couldn’t do it… instead 2 more A1’s… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 3, 2023 Report Share Posted July 3, 2023 5 hours ago, AngelDeVille said: instead 2 more A1’s… NICE!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted July 3, 2023 Report Share Posted July 3, 2023 That's badfukinass brother 🍻🍻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted July 3, 2023 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2023 (edited) The hardest part is finding the A1 stocks, got just one more. slickside bolts just don’t exist anymore Edited July 3, 2023 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted October 24 Author Report Share Posted October 24 (edited) I'm picking up a glock 17 monday. I figured I may as well have a pistol that uses the same mags. I have a few of these holsters, and I think I'll get another for the 17. Safariland 578, fits multiple pistols good retention with that little lever sumbich. I usally use the blade tec mount and they work really well, I may just use the paddle mount that comes with it for this application. I was considering a shoulder holster, but I seriously doubt I'll use the glock much for carry. Edited October 24 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted November 13 Author Report Share Posted November 13 (edited) I actually just picked up the G17 today, had trouble getting to the lgs. It’s a used gen5 and I doubt it has any rounds other than factory testing down the pipe. The safariland 578 holster that I had already fitted to my Springfield Hellcat Pro actually fit the G17 with zero adjustment. the length of the safariland 578 would fit a G34 and possibly a G17L. the lever under the trigger guard is the release, and it was easy to learn how to use it, very natural release when griping for a proper draw it’s too long for the 17 or the hellcat but the purpose of the holster is for 3 gun or action pistol so the extra length isn’t an issue. extra glock space extra hellcat space I also have this really cool level 3 blade tech holster (that is no longer made) it fits the CZ P-09. I traded both of my CZ’s for my new scandium framed 1911, and I was lamenting having this really cool holster with no pistola to fit it. BUT with a little heat applied to the trigger guard area, it fits the G17 perfectly. thumb release is very intuitive and the friction fit is also very secure I’d tumble down a hill with either of these holsters but would prefer the level 3 blade tech, I wish they were still being made. Edited November 13 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted November 13 Author Report Share Posted November 13 I really prefer stippling on my plastic pistolas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 1 Author Report Share Posted December 1 I picked up 10 Glock stick mags today, so by law I need to build or buy another 9mm pcc. I may convert my .300 whisper to a 9mm, I really don’t think it does anything more than my ak does. Looking at an fx9, a banshee, and the ep9… converting the .300 would cost as much as as the cheapest one on the above list…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMike Posted December 1 Report Share Posted December 1 2 cents - could also go with a Kel-tec sub 2k Gen3 - currently under $350 at Bud's and Palmetto - Black Friday deal. Though the FX-9 definitely looks badass.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 1 Author Report Share Posted December 1 13 hours ago, MtnMike said: 2 cents - could also go with a Kel-tec sub 2k Gen3 - currently under $350 at Bud's and Palmetto - Black Friday deal. Though the FX-9 definitely looks badass.. While those would function well enough, the EP9 is just a few dollars more and it’s a bit less “cheap” feeling. I am leaning toward the FX9, and if I stumble onto some extra munny, the Banshee may be the one… as it has a roller delay vs the direct blowback of most others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 1 Author Report Share Posted December 1 (edited) with the parts I currently have it would cost me $400-500 to make another AR9 similar to what I currently have. The extar would be the better option. but the FX9 looks slightly more desirable. The Extar ep9 https://extarusa.com/ep9-6-5-9mm-essentials-bundle/ The Freedom Ordinance FX9 https://freedomordnance.com/product/fx-9/ The CMMG Banshee https://cmmg.com/pistol-banshee-mk4-22lr-9 Edited December 1 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMike Posted December 2 Report Share Posted December 2 I hear you on the Kel-tec possibly feeling cheap. I historically tend towards higher end toys myself. I've got a Gen3 on order. Supposedly the Gen3 no longer has an aluminum trigger and has a reduced trigger pull from prior generations. We'll see how it feels and functions in the real world shortly. I confess the rotating folding stock and light weight were the big selling points for me (lesser selling points, it was $319 and made in the US). It should fit into a day pack or computer laptop case with room to spare for multiple mags. By most accounts, the previous generations were reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMike Posted December 3 Report Share Posted December 3 Initial impression is good. Feels solid. Metal trigger. Haven’t measured it but trigger pull feels like about 4.5#. Fits in my old laptop bag 🤣. Think I’ll put a Holosun 510c with a quick release mount and see how she shoots after Xmas. Lot on my plate until then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 3 Author Report Share Posted December 3 7 hours ago, MtnMike said: Initial impression is good. Feels solid. Metal trigger. Haven’t measured it but trigger pull feels like about 4.5#. Fits in my old laptop bag 🤣. Think I’ll put a Holosun 510c with a quick release mount and see how she shoots after Xmas. Lot on my plate until then. I like how they have the twist feature now so you can put an optic on it. that was severely lacking on the older model. I think I mostly want a more "tacticool" 9mm so I can look like a real opertater.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMike Posted December 3 Report Share Posted December 3 I'm too damn old to worry about looking cool anymore 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 4 Author Report Share Posted December 4 4 hours ago, MtnMike said: I'm too damn old to worry about looking cool anymore 🤣 Soon enuff wimins 1/3 my age will be legal, so I gotta maintain the coolness factor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted December 5 Report Share Posted December 5 On 12/3/2024 at 6:49 PM, AngelDeVille said: Soon enuff wimins 1/3 my age will be legal, so I gotta maintain the coolness factor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 6 Author Report Share Posted December 6 (edited) so the ep9 is just about $200+ cheaper than the FX9..... and the fx9 looks like twice the gun.... I'm leaning toward the 8" barrel for the fx9 it also comes in 4.5" and 10" ep9 had a 6.5" which would also be acceptable I don't do suppressors but I may start, and the 10" would make it too cumbersome I'm shopping now for the fx9... Edited December 6 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelDeVille Posted December 6 Author Report Share Posted December 6 (edited) holy crap! i got the 16" fx9 shipped for the same price as the ep9..... birmingham pistol was the site if anyone is interested.. Edited December 6 by AngelDeVille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMike Posted December 7 Report Share Posted December 7 Heck yea! That is a deal on that gun. I like the looks and features of the FX9. Unfortunately this is as cool as my little Sub2K will ever look. Wanted to keep it light, simple and discreet. I will get some packing foam for the inside of the laptop case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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